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Tracy Lawrence Pictures
Artist:
Tracy Lawrence
Origin:
United States, Atlanta - TexasUnited States
Born date:
January 27, 1968
Tracy Lawrence Album: «Strong»
Tracy Lawrence Album: «Strong» (Front side)
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  • Customers rating: (4.6 of 5)
  • Title:Strong
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Review - Amazon.com
Mainstream country radio rarely challenges its listeners--after all, the airwaves are really about advertising, not music--and so the consultants nod approvingly at songs with the fewest rough edges. Tracy Lawrence, a hit-maker despite his odd, muffled tenor, knows how to survive both radio's choppy seas and his own frequently turbulent life; on Strong he presents a more mature look at both. There's some ripe sentimentality in "Paint Me a Birmingham," about a relationship gone bad. And "A Far Cry From You," about a man who physically leaves but is still shedding tears, offers the kind of wordplay radio loves. Yet Lawrence can deliver country's core values without schmaltz (the title song, a tribute to single mothers), and he can bring a lump to a listener's throat with a restrained vocal and powerful lyric ("Think of Me," which salutes firefighters, cops, EMS workers, and the military). But he's never stronger than on the old-fashioned country shuffle of "Sawdust on Her Halo" and on "The Questionnaire," which dramatically exposes the dead-end truth of a marriage. If Lawrence could ever pay more attention to his own instincts rather than the dictates of consultants, he'd leave behind a legacy stronger than just his chart positions. --Alanna Nash
Customer review
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
- Tracy Lawrence Makes a "STRONG" Return

Tracy Lawrence has one of those voices that is so familiar with every album. And so distinguishable that you know it's him the moment you hear his song. He can easily wrap around your emotions and get right to the core of your feelings. He truly has the "Country Sound", and this CD proves that from some songs that sound like the older traditional country that he does best and some that are the modern sound from today.

This CD touches on many subjects from family, love, heartbreak, and things that happen in ordinary people's lives. There's something for everyone to relate too. Along with a couple tracks that include that infamous "growl" that makes Tracy unique.

A CD has never been more appropriately named than "Strong" is for Tracy Lawrence. If you are a fan of Country music or Tracy Lawrence you need to give his new album "Strong a Listen"

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
- Tracy Lawrence on a STRONG comeback

This CD is great. My all-time favorite from Tracy. It's a wonderful arrangement of life stories that allow you to become a part of each song. Every song will touch on some part of your life and hit a nerve. The man is an awesome artist. WARNING: This CD is what country music should be!! Listen with caution, as you will be asking why these other so-called country artists are putting out music and trying to call it country music. Buy this CD. You will love it. DEDICATED Tracy Lawrence Fan in SC.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
- WOW

Tracy Lawrence has the kind of voice that sends chills up your spin with the right songs. Every song on this album is the right song. He has matured and it shows in his voice. I have just about burnt up the cd, so I went out and bought another one. From Paint me a Birmingham to Sawdust on her Halo to Strong, there isn't a bad song on the CD. Hopefully his new record company will recognize what a talent they have and release a few more of the songs as singles. Sawdust on her Halo just makes you want to get up and dance, and I think would be a great hit. I played the cd for my sixteen year old niece and her two friends, they were listening but didn't say much. The next time I was in her car, I found out she had bought the CD and played it constantly as did her girlfriends. Tracy's music has made three new fans out of three rappers.This CD is so well worth the wait and buying it is a must.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
- Exceptional country artist returns

Tracy Lawrence is one of the best artists in country music, ever. Mr.Lawrence has had his troubles over the years but has cleaned up his life and returned with a passionate, top-notch collection of songs. "Think of me"and "It's all how you look at it"are bound to repeat of the success of "Paint me a Birmingham." The enchanced features on this CD are wonderful, Lawrence shows and talks of his new family, wife and two young children. The footage captured is heart-warming and gives buyers an inside look at behind-the-scenes during the album's photoshoot and backstage with Lawrence at the Grand Ole Opry. Lawrence has earned his weay back to the top and I suspect will remain there for a long time.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
- He's outdone himself with this one

Wow! I've been listening to Tracy Lawrence since the release of his first album, and have been a fan of his. I've been enjoying several concerts since the last album,and the best one of all was in Lancaster, PA when I saw Paint Me A Birmingham performed live! I knew then I would have to own this cd. It was hard waiting for the release but now that I have it I listen to it even if only in part every day. I request PMAB every day on CRL on GAC hoping to see the live Opry peformance, he "nailed it". I just love the get lost in the song feeling this song gives you, and the rest of the cd is so "real", it just grips you.I don't know if they named this cd STRONG for the content of it or for the POWER his voice. Either way it is a must have!!!